Ernest Allen

Ernest J. Allen, age 83, of Dunnellon, FL passed away on May 28, 2011. He was born September 17, 1927 the son of Hilliard and Jessie Mae Allen. Ernest retired from the Navy after 20 years; retired from the Florida State Prison Services as a kitchen manager; retired from 7-Eleven Corp N Florida District Stores; and ran a fishing guide service on the Withlacoochee River. He was an avid Gator fan “Go Gators” and played golf 3 times a week. He is survived by his wife Joan Allen; 5 daughters Bonnie Weeks, Juanita Jones, Debra Cobb, Joann Allen, Jenny Parry and 4 sons Jeffrey Allen, James Allen, Robbie Allen, and Michael Allen; grandfather of 17; great grandfather of 9; great great grandfather of 3; he also has 3 sisters Marilee  Leonard, Sharon Fronk and Myrna Sheffield. Memorial service for family and friends will be held at the family home Saturday at noon. In lieu of flowers family suggests donations may be made to HPH Hospice for Ernest Allen 3534 N Lecanto Hwy. Beverly Hills, FL 34465. Arrangements by Roberts Funeral Home 19939 E. Pennsylvania Ave, Dunnellon, FL. Condolences may be left at RobertsofDunnellon.com